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Ballad of a Small Player

2025Movie1 h 41 minR

CrimeDrama
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Letterboxd2.8/5Metacritic465.6Rotten Tomatoes49%50%
51
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.9Letterboxd2.8/5Metacritic465.6Rotten Tomatoes49%50%

Summary

Amid the glittering casinos of Macau, a gambler running from his past—and his debts—becomes fascinated by an enigmatic woman at the baccarat table.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

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  • You want fast pacing

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Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Edward Berger
Written by
Rowan Joffé, Lawrence Osborne
Produced by
Edward Berger, Matthew James Wilkinson, Mike Goodridge
Music by
Volker Bertelmann

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Facts

October 15, 2025 · 1 h 41 min · R

Released
October 15, 2025
Runtime
1 h 41 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Drug Use, Strong Language, Sexual Content
Genres
Crime, Drama
Original language
English
Also spoken
cn, Chinese
Made in
Germany, United Kingdom
Available in
131 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

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Where can I stream Ballad of a Small Player?

Netflix

In the United States, Ballad of a Small Player streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Ballad of a Small Player worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51 (IMDb 5.9, Letterboxd 2.8 out of 5, Rotten Tomatoes 49%, and Metacritic 46).

Is Ballad of a Small Player good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.